Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀνακαθίζω”
Understanding anakathízō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
sit up. - properly, to set up, i.e. (reflexively) to sit up
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀνακαθίζω
Phonetican-ak-ath-id'-zo
Transliterationanakathízō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
sit up. - properly, to set up, i.e. (reflexively) to sit up
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 7:15 | “And he that was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he delivered him to his mother.” Word: ἀνακαθίζω (anakathízō) | |
| Acts 9:40 | “But Peter put them all forth, and kneeled down, and prayed; and turning him to the body said, Tabitha, arise. And she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up.” Word: ἀνακαθίζω (anakathízō) |